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Taye Diggs

Birth Place: Rochester, NY, USA

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BIO

He is known for his roles in the Broadway musicals Rent and Hedwig and the Angry Inch, the TV series Private Practice (2007–2013), Murder in the First (2014–2016), and All American (2018–2023), and the films How Stella Got Her Groove Back (1998), Brown Sugar, Chicago (both 2002), Malibu's Most Wanted (2003), Dylan Dog: Dead of Night (2011), and The Best Man (1999) and its sequel, The Best Man Holiday (2013).



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STAGE CREDITS

Moulin Rouge! Moulin Rouge!
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2019
The Duke of Monroth [Replacement]
[Replacement]
Beauty and the Beast Beauty and the Beast
[Los Angeles]
Hollywood Bowl Concert Production, 2018
Gaston
Rent Reunion Concert
[Broadway]
Reunion Concert, 2006
Benjamin Coffin III
A Soldier's Play
[Off-Broadway]
2005
Captain Richard Davenport
Wicked Wicked
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2003
Fiyero [Replacement]
[Replacement]
The Wild Party
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2000
Black
Chicago Chicago
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Billy Flynn [Replacement]
[Replacement]
Rent Rent
[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 1996
Benjamin Coffin III
Rent
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1996
Banjamin Coffin III
Carousel
[Broadway]
Broadway Production, 1994
Policeman
Cyrus Hamlin
Ensemble/Other Roles
Policeman
Cyrus Hamlin
Ensemble/Other Roles
Jigger Craigin (Understudy)
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Movies

How Stella Got Her Groove Back
[ 1998 ] Winston Shakespeare
House on Haunted Hill
[ 1999 ] Eddie
The Best Man
[ 1999 ] Harper Stewart
Go
[ 1999 ] Marcus
The Wood
[ 1999 ] Roland
The Way of the Gun
[ 2000 ] Jeffers
Brown Sugar
[ 2002 ] Andre RomulusDreEllis
Chicago
[ 2002 ] Bandleader
Equilibrium
[ 2002 ] Brandt
New Best Friend
[ 2002 ] Sheriff Artie Bonner
Basic
[ 2003 ] Pike
Malibu's Most Wanted
[ 2003 ] Sean James
Drum
[ 2004 ] Henry Nxumalo
Rent
[ 2005 ] Benjamin Coffin III
Cake
[ 2005 ] Hemingway Jones
Slow Burn
[ 2005 ] Jeffrey Sykes
30 Days
[ 2006 ] Jamal Boy
Days of Wrath
[ 2008 ] Steve Laredo
Dylan Dog: Dead of Night
[ 2010 ] Varg
Between Us
[ 2012 ] Carlo
The Best Man Holiday
[ 2013 ] Harper
Baggage Claim
[ 2013 ] Langston
Larry Gaye: Renegade Male Flight Attendant
[ 2015 ] Rta Cab Driver
Opening Night
[ 2016 ] Malcolm
Til Death Do Us Part
[ 2017 ] Alex Stone
My Little Pony: The Movie
[ 2017 ] Capper
River Runs Red
[ 2018 ] Charles Coleman, Sr.
Set It Up
[ 2018 ] Rick
Incarnation
[ 2022 ] Brad
Both Eyes Open
[ 2024 ] Dr. Eric Murphy
BFFs
[ 2025 ] Stu Pitt
Both Eyes Open
[ 2025 ] Dr. Eric Murphy

TV Shows

Ada Twist, Scientist
Dad Twist
All American
Billy Baker
Day Break
Detective Brett Hopper
Doc McStuffins
Dress Up Declan, Declan
Empire
Angelo Dubois
Grey's Anatomy
Dr. Sam Bennett
Kevin Hill
Kevin Hill
Murder in the First
Terry English
Private Practice
Dr. Sam Bennett
Rosewood
Dr. Mike Boyce
Stranded
Doug
Forever
Johnnie Taylor
Ariel: Mermaid Tales
Triton
All American
[ 2018-2024 ] Billy Baker
Alert: Missing Persons Unit
Taye Diggs
Robogobo
Pupsicle
Disney Jr.'s Ariel
[ 2024-2025 ] King Triton
Robogobo
[ 2025-2025 ] Pupsicle
Disney Jr.'s Ariel
[ 2024-2025 ] TritonKing Triton

Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Actor in a Musical

Taye Diggs, The Wild Party

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Misty Copeland's Farewell From ABT Will Get Free Simulcast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2025

Misty Copeland’s historic farewell from ABT at the Company’s Fall Gala will be streamed live to Alice Tully Hall. Learn more and see how to stream the event here!
RENT Movie Gets 4K Ultra HD Release for 20th Anniversary Photo
RENT Movie Gets 4K Ultra HD Release for 20th Anniversary
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 3, 2025

In honor of the film's 20th anniversary, a special new edition of Rent will debut on 4K Ultra HD next month. Hitting shelves on November 18th, the 4K release will feature the film enhanced with Dolby Vision, along with bonus material including a commentary, a documentary, deleted scenes, and more. 
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by Sidney Paterra - Sep 26, 2025

Fall has officially arrived and a new season is very much in swing. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending September 26, 2025 with videos from Hell's Kitchen, Art, and more!
Video: How Well Do Wayne Brady & Taye Diggs Remember Their Old Lines? Photo
Video: How Well Do Wayne Brady & Taye Diggs Remember Their Old Lines?
by Joey Mervis - Sep 21, 2025

We know them as Benny, Lola, Fiyero, The Wiz and more- but how well do Wayne Brady and Taye Diggs know those characters? We're putting them to the test in the latest edition of BroadwayWorld's Line Please! In this video, watch as they try to guess which shows they said each of these lines...
Videos You Missed This Week: THE OUTSIDERS, HADESTOWN, and More Photo
Videos You Missed This Week: THE OUTSIDERS, HADESTOWN, and More
by Sidney Paterra - Sep 19, 2025

Fall has officially arrived and a new season is very much in swing. Catch up on all the latest from the week ending September 19, 2025 with videos from Hadestown, The Outsiders, and more!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 18, 2025- ART Opens On Broadway and More Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 18, 2025- ART Opens On Broadway and More
by - Sep 18, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 18, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
For Wayne Brady & Taye Diggs, MOULIN ROUGE! Is a Return to Home Photo
For Wayne Brady & Taye Diggs, MOULIN ROUGE! Is a Return to Home
by Joey Mervis - Sep 17, 2025

Wayne Brady and Taye Diggs recently joined the cast of the Moulin Rouge! as Harold Zidler and The Duke of Monroth, respectively. Watch in this video as they chat more about their time in the spectacular show so far.
How Did Broadway's Long-Runners Fare This Summer? Photo
How Did Broadway's Long-Runners Fare This Summer?
by Ben Waterhouse - Sep 15, 2025

many shows struggled this summer, particularly long running shows that tend to do well with international tourists. International tourists in previous seasons have made up about 21% of Broadway ticket buyers, but that number is poised to decrease this year.
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Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 9, 2025
by - Sep 9, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 9, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
David Harris Will Return to MOULIN ROUGE! as 'The Duke of Monroth' Photo
David Harris Will Return to MOULIN ROUGE! as 'The Duke of Monroth'
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 8, 2025

Broadway veteran Taye Diggs is now in his final three weeks of performances as “The Duke of Monroth” in the Moulin Rouge! The Musical at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre. Diggs performs through Sunday, September 28th with David Harris returning to the role on Tuesday, September 30th. Harris originated “The Duke of Monroth” in the Moulin Rouge! The Musical North American Tour and made his debut in the show on Broadway.
Wayne Brady, Sara Ramirez, & More Returning for Disney's SOFIA THE FIRST: ROYAL MAGIC Photo
Wayne Brady, Sara Ramirez, & More Returning for Disney's SOFIA THE FIRST: ROYAL MAGIC
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 8, 2025

Last year, Disney announced a series greenlight for Sofia the First: Royal Magic, a continuation of the hit preschool series. Now, it has been confirmed that several original cast members will return, including Broadway's Wayne Brady, Sara Ramirez, and more.
Video: Taye Diggs Shares That His Son 'Can't Stand' Musical Theater Photo
Video: Taye Diggs Shares That His Son 'Can't Stand' Musical Theater
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 31, 2025

Despite having two parents in the performing arts, Taye Diggs's son doesn't understand the appeal. During a visit to Live with Kelly and Mark, Diggs told the hosts that his 15-year-old son's interests lie elsewhere. Watch the conversation now.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 29, 2025 Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 29, 2025
by - Jul 29, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 29, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Taye Diggs and Wayne Brady in MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Photo
Photos: Taye Diggs and Wayne Brady in MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 28, 2025

You can now get a first look at Wayne Brady and Taye Diggs in Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway. Learn more about the Broadway production and see how to purchase tickets.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 24, 2025: MOULIN ROUGE! and More Welcome New Stars Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 24, 2025: MOULIN ROUGE! and More Welcome New Stars
by - Jul 24, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 24, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Wayne Brady and Taye Diggs Join the Cast of MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Photo
Photos: Wayne Brady and Taye Diggs Join the Cast of MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2025

Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway recently welcomed Wayne Brady, returning to Broadway as “Harold Zidler,' and Taye Diggs, also making a Broadway return as “The Duke of Monroth,' to the cast. Check out photos here!
Video: Taye Diggs Talks Returning to Broadway After 10 Years in MOULIN ROUGE! Photo
Video: Taye Diggs Talks Returning to Broadway After 10 Years in MOULIN ROUGE!
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 16, 2025

Taye Diggs is making his return to Broadway in Moulin Rouge! The Musical. Ahead of his debut in the hit musical, the Rent star visited TODAY to talk about coming back to the Broadway stage after a ten-year hiatus. Watch the interview now!
Video: Wayne Brady Talks MOULIN ROUGE!, Recalls HAMILTON Mishap on THE VIEW Photo
Video: Wayne Brady Talks MOULIN ROUGE!, Recalls HAMILTON Mishap on THE VIEW
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 14, 2025

Ahead of his run in Moulin Rouge!, Wayne Brady visited The View to discuss his preparation for joining the production. Watch the full interview now, where he also talks about his new gig teaching at the USC School of Dramatic Arts and more.
Video: First Look at Wayne Brady and Taye Diggs in MOULIN ROUGE! Photo
Video: First Look at Wayne Brady and Taye Diggs in MOULIN ROUGE!
by Michael Major - Jul 10, 2025

Moulin Rouge! the Musical on Broadway has released a first look at its upcoming stars – Wayne Brady and Taye Diggs! The new video features a first look at the pair in costume, counting down the days until their first performances later this month.
Marissa Jaret Winokur Will Direct 5-Star Theatricals' HAIRSPRAY in Los Angeles Photo
Marissa Jaret Winokur Will Direct 5-Star Theatricals' HAIRSPRAY in Los Angeles
by Joshua Wright - Jul 9, 2025

Broadway’s original “Tracy Turnblad,” Marissa Jaret Winokur will direct 5-Star Theatricals' upcoming production of the Tony Award winning musical, HAIRSPRAY, music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, book by Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan and based on the John Waters film.  
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Taye Diggs been in?

Taye Diggs has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Taye Diggs been in?

Taye Diggs has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Taye Diggs been nominated for?

and Outstanding Actor in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Wild Party.

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